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use care GAS RANGE & Introduction 2 Important Safety Instructions 3 Cooking Recommendations 10 Before Setting Surface Controls 13 Setting Surface Controls 16 Before Setting Oven Controls 19 Setting Oven Controls 21 Care and Cleaning 40
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manual is your resource for the use and care of your product. Please read it before using your appliance. Keep it handy for quick reference. If something doesn't seem right, the troubleshooting may be able to help you avoid a service visit. If you do need service, we can get that started for you.
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appliance until you have read the safety precautions in this manual. Safety items throughout this manual are labeled with a WARNING or CAUTION statement based on the risk type. Warnings and important instructions appearing in this guide are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations
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appliance. All materials used in construction of cabinets, enclosures, and supports surrounding the product must have a temperature rating above 200°F INSTRUCTIONS FOR UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION IMPORTANT Read and follow the below instructions and precautions for unpacking, installing, and servicing
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B149.2 and CSA Standard C22.1, Canadian Electrical code, Part 1-latest editions and local electrical code requirements. Install only per installation instructions provided in the literature package for this appliance. For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded. For maximum safety
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6 Important Safety Instructions IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING THE APPLIANCE WARNING • Storage In or On Appliance-Flammable materials should not be stored in an oven or microwave, near surface burners or
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resumes, electric surface elements may resume operation when power is restored. Once the power resumes, reset the clock and the oven function. IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR GAS COOKTOP CAUTION Use Proper Flame Size - Adjust flame size so it does not extend beyond the edge of the utensil
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,earthenware, or other glazed utensils are suitable for cook top service without breaking due to the sudden change in temperature. Check cookware and always use the oven racks. IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING YOUR APPLIANCE CAUTION Before manually cleaning any part of the appliance, be sure all
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of any oven. Move birds to another well-ventilated room. IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically recommended in the manuals. All other servicing should be done only by a qualified technician. This reduces the risk
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10 CoOoOKkiInNgG ReEcCoOmMMmEeNnDdAaTtiIoONnsS Bakeware The material of bakeware affects how evenly and quickly it transfers heat from the pan to the food. Material Shiny metal bakeware Attributes Recommendation Shiny, aluminum, and non-coat- Recommended cooking temperatures ed bakeware is the
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allow it to rise twice. Cooking Results Small adjustments may fix a problem with food not being as done as you like or more done than best results from your appliance. Situation Baking Recommendation Rack placement Follow the instructions in "Oven Controls" on page 21 When using only one rack,
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12 Cooking Recommendations Material Broiling / Roasting Broiling pan Convection Cooking Convection attributes Convection bake Convection roast Recommendation For best results when broiling, use a broil pan with a broil pan insert designed to drain the fat from the food, help avoid spatter, and
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13 BeEfFoORrEe SeETttTiInNgG SuURrFfaAcCEe CoONnTtrRoOlLsS Assembly of the Burner Caps Make sure that all of the surface burner caps and surface burner grates are installed correctly and at the correct locations. Remove all packing material from the cooktop area. Make sure burner head and caps are
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14 Before Setting Surface Controls Using Proper Cookware The size and type of cookware used will influence the heat setting needed for best cooking results. Be sure to follow the recommendations for using proper cookware as illustrated in "Figure 2: Testing cookware" and "Figure 3: Proper cookware
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15 Before Setting Surface Controls Gas surface burner types The cooktop is equipped with gas surface burners with different BTU ratings. The ability to heat food quickly and in large amounts increases as the burner size increases. • Small burners are best used for low-flame heating of small amounts
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time. However, only the surface burner you are setting will ignite. • In the event of an electrical power outage, the surface burners may be lit manually. To light a surface burner, hold a lit match to the burner head, then slowly turn the surface control knob to lite. Once the burner ignites, push
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. For most cooking: start on the highest setting and then turn to a lower setting to complete the process. Use the recommendations below as a guide for determining proper flame size for various types of cooking (Table 1). For deep fat frying: use a thermometer and adjust the surface knob accordingly
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is achieved, reduce heat to lowest possible setting to maintain that boil. • Use tested recipes and follow instructions carefully. Check with your local Cooperative Agricultural Extension Service or a manufacturer of glass jars for the latest canning information. • It is best to can small amounts
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until it reaches the stop position. Lift up front of oven rack slightly and slide out. To replace - Place the oven rack on the rack guides on both sides of oven walls. Tilt the front of oven rack upward slightly and slide the oven rack back into place. Be sure oven
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20 Before Setting Oven Controls Removing and Replacing the Glide Racks The fully extendable Glide rack makes food preparation easier. This oven rack has glide tracks that allow the rack to be pulled away from the oven without rubbing the sides of the oven wall. To remove - Make sure the baking rack
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OVEN MODE 13 OFF 2 9 3 14 1 8 4 7 5 6 21 SSeEtTtTiInNgG OOvVeEnN CCoOnNtTrRoOlLsS 15 17 OVEN TEMP 11 PREHEAT 12 16 10 18 OVEN MODE SETTINGS 1. OVEN MODE knob selects the cooking mode. 2. OFF position turns the oven off and cancels all cooking. 3. CLEAN mode begins a self-clean cycle.
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22 Setting Oven Controls Setting the Clock The clock icon is used to access the time of day setting. When the oven is first plugged in or if there has been an interruption in power to the range, 12:00 will flash in the display. To set the correct time of day: 1. Press the clock icon. Setting the
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23 Setting Oven Controls Continuous Bake or 12 Hour Energy Saving The oven is preset to cook up to 12 hours and to shut off automatically. For longer periods of cooking, this feature can be changed to continuous cooking by setting the user preference and turning the energy saving feature off. To
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24 Setting Oven Controls Power+ Preheat Power+ Preheat is available for single rack baking with packaged and convenience foods and can be programmed for temperatures between 170°F and 550°F. Follow the recipe or package directions for food preparation time and temperature. When quick preheat is
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25 Setting Oven Controls Setting Bake Bake cooks with heat that rises from the oven bottom. The heat and air circulate naturally in the oven. A reminder tone will sound indicating when the set bake temperature is reached and to place the food in the oven. Bake may be set for any oven temperature
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26 Setting Oven Controls Air Fry The Air Fry feature works best for single rack baking with packaged and convenience foods and can be programmed for temperatures between 170°F and 550°F. Follow the recipe or package directions for food preparation quantity, time, and temperature. Important: • Air
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Convection Bake Convection Bake uses a fan to circulate the oven's heat uniformly around the oven. This improved heat distribution allows for even cooking and browning results. Heated air flows around the food from all sides. Convection bake may be set for any oven temperature between 170°F (77°C)
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28 Setting Oven Controls Convection Roast Convection roast combines a cook cycle with the convection fan and element to rapidly roast meats and poultry. Heated air circulates around the meat from all sides, sealing in juices and flavors. Meats cooked with this feature are crispy and brown on the
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, but you should know that cooking it to only 140°F (60°C) means some food poisoning organisms may survive." (Source: Safe Food Book, Your Kitchen Guide) The lowest temperature recommended by the USDA is 145°F (63°C) for medium rare fresh beef. For well done 170°F (77ºC)** Stuffed turkey requires
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30 Setting Oven Controls Using the Broil Feature Use the broil feature to cook meats requiring direct exposure to radiant heat for optimum browning results. Broiling is direct heat cooking and may produce smoke. If smoke is excessive, place food further away from the element. Broil is preset to 550
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popular, but you should know that cooking it to only 140°F (60°C) means some food poisoning organisms may survive." (Source: Safe Food Book, Your Kitchen Guide, USDA Rev. June 1985.) The lowest temperature recommended by the USDA is 145°F (63°C) for medium rare fresh beef. For well done 170°F (77
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32 Setting Oven Controls Meat Probe Use the probe feature for best results when cooking foods such as roasts, hams or poultry, using a probe to check internal temperature is the safest method to ensure properly cooked food. Before using the meat probe read the important information listed here:
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33 Setting Oven Controls To set probe: Note: The minimum setting is 140ºF (60ºC); the maximum is 210ºF (99ºC). Default is 170ºF (77ºC). 1. Insert the probe into the food. Place prepared food on the desired oven rack position and slide into the oven. 2. Plug the connector end of the probe into the
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popular, but you should know that cooking it to only 140°F (60°C) means some food poisoning organisms may survive." (Source: Safe Food Book, Your Kitchen Guide, USDA) Visit the USDA Food Safety and Inspection website at www.fsis.usda.gov WARNING Food poisoning hazard. Do not let food sit for more
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35 Setting Oven Controls Trailing Keep Warm with Meat Probe When the meat probe reaches the target temperature, the oven will automatically switch to keep warm (170°F) and remain on for up to 3 hours before turning off automatically. The display will continue to show the meat probe temperature
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36 Setting Oven Controls Setting the Sabbath Feature for the Jewish Sabbath and Holidays For further assistance, guidelines for proper usage, and a complete list of models with the Sabbath feature, please visit the web at www.star-k.org. Sabbath mode disables all audible tones or visual display
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37 Setting Oven Controls Adjusting the Oven Temperature The temperature in the oven is pre-set at the factory. When first using the oven, be sure to follow recipe times and temperatures. NOTE Do not use oven thermometers such as those found in grocery stores to check the temperature settings inside
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38 Setting Oven Controls Self Clean A self cleaning oven cleans itself with high temperatures (well above normal cooking temperatures), which eliminate soils completely or reduces them to a fine powdered ash you can wipe away afterwards with a damp cloth. This function can be programmed for clean
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To set a self clean cycle: If you are planning to use the oven directly after a self clean cycle, remember to allow time for the oven to cool down and the oven door to unlock. This normally takes about one hour. A 3 hour self clean cycle will actually take about 4 hours to complete. It is
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ammonia or appliance cleaners are used, they must be removed and the appliance must be thoroughly rinsed before operating. Follow manufacturer's instructions and provide adequate ventilation. Figure 16: Use cleaners with caution Surface or Area Aluminum and vinyl Painted and plastic control knobs
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pan and insert Porcelain door liner Porcelain body parts Manual clean oven interior Self-cleaning oven interior Oven door is porcelain coated and safe to clean using oven cleaners. Always follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaners. After cleaning, remove any oven cleaner or the porcelain may
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42 Care and Cleaning Cleaning the sealed oval burners To avoid possible burns, do not attempt cleaning before turning off all surface burners and allowing them to cool. Any additions, changes, or conversions required in order for this appliance to satisfactorily meet the application needs must be
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burner cap burner head igniter orifice 43 Care and Cleaning Replacing the oven lights CAUTION Be sure the range is unplugged and all parts are COOL before replacing oven light. Wear a leather-faced glove for protection against possible broken glass or burns. 4. Wipe the burner cap and head clean
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lubrication in this area. To order graphite lubrication, contact your installer, servicer or dealer. • It is important that the parts of the rack rack upside down and apply graphite lubrication to the insides of the loading guides. 6. Extend and return the glide rack several times along the tracks
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completely, horizontal with floor. 2. Pull up the lock located on each hinge support toward front of the oven until the lock stops. You may have to Door hinge locked Figure 23: Unlocking door hinge IMPORTANT Special door care instructions - The door is heavy. For safe, temporary storage, lay the
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your previously owned appliance. Baking Problems and Solutions Baking Problems Baking Problems Causes Corrections Cookies and biscuits the oven rack. If the water level is uneven, refer to the installation instructions for leveling the oven. Use proper rack position and place pan so there are
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sure. Call your local electric company for service outage information. Oven Problems Problem Poor baking results. Flames inside oven or See "OVEN MODE SETTINGS" on page 21 and review instructions for the desired cooking function in this manual or see "Entire appliance does not operate." in this
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Cooktop Problems Problem Surface breaker box or fuse box. Electrical power outage. Burners may be lit manually. See "Setting surface controls" on page 16. Burner slots or burners with removable heads" on page 42 for additional cleaning instructions. Surface control knob is set too high. Adjust to a
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Problem Appliance is not level. Cannot move appliance easily. Appliance must be accessible for service. Oven light does not work. Cause / Solution Be sure the floor is level, strong, and stable enough to adequately support advised. See the installation instructions for guidelines specific to your
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or workmanship, or for appliances not in ordinary household use or used other than in accordance with the provided instructions. 8. Service calls to correct the installation of your appliance or to instruct you how to use your appliance. 9. Expenses for making the appliance accessible for
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